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Tuesday, July 12, 2022

Register for summer 2022 Commencement

UTA students planning to cross the stage at College Park Center in August 2022 must complete their graduate profile in MarchingOrder by Monday, July 18.

Learn more and view the graduate checklist on the Commencement website.

Daily Self-Check before Coming to Campus. All students must take their temperature daily before going to campus. If you experience any symptoms that are new, worsening or not normal for you, please remain or return home.

Take precautions against COVID-19

Tarrant County has raised its COVID‑19 Community Level to “High” due to transmissibility indicators of the latest strains of the virus. All Mavericks are encouraged to continue to adhere to the best practices that help keep our community safe:

COVID‑19 testing is free on UTA’s campus for all students and employees. Find and schedule a COVID‑19 test.

President Cowley gives update

President Jennifer Cowley shared news on her first 75 days leading UT Arlington. She discusses people and culture as well as finance and infrastructure.

Miller named VP for research, innovation

Kate C. Miller will serve as the next vice president for research and innovation, effective Oct. 1.

Dill named softball coach

Former Texas A&M assistant coach Kara Dill has been named the 10th head coach to lead the UT Arlington softball program.

Student constitution suggestions

UTA's Student Government leadership team seeks suggestions for proposed updates and amendments to the bylaws and Constitution for the Student Community. Complete the suggestion form in MavOrgs until Friday, July 29.

Hands-on learning

UTA Libraries is partnering with faculty across campus to facilitate experiential learning opportunities so students can engage hands-on with technologies, resources, and materials to gain new skills and knowledge.

Maverick Pantry provides more than food

The official opening of the Maverick Pantry showed off the home where students can find food, toiletries, clothing, and more. The pantry is located at 520 S. Center St.—at the First Street intersection next to Wells Fargo—in the College Park District.

The pantry received support from Kroger with a five-year, $250,000 commitment. The gift will help with ongoing operational costs, such as expenses for products, staffing, programming, and outreach.

Graduating this summer? Take the Student Exit Survey.

Exit Survey

If you are graduating this summer, please complete the Undergraduate or Master’s Exit Survey by Wednesday, Aug. 31. You will receive a survey invitation from gradteam@uta.edu. The survey will also be accessible through Canvas.

Rideshare survey

The city of Arlington and UT Arlington need your input on the Arlington RAPID project. Take the survey.

Life Science Building new lounge
Life Science Building new lounge

Fresh new look for two lounges

Redesigned and updated lounge areas in the Life Science building (above) and Pickard Hall (below) are just some of the projects underway this summer. Look for more news about campus improvements in upcoming issues.

Pickard Hall new lounge
Pickard Hall new lounge
Research Opportunities

Gut microbe research

Students and faculty are needed for a six-week study on fermented soybeans and gut health. Participants will earn $300, paid in increments. The study is led by Woo-Suk Chang, associate professor of biology. Read more details and complete the participation application.

Important Dates

  • July 12—Late registration for second five-week term.
  • July 14—Census date for second five-week term.
  • July 21—Last day to drop classes for 11-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Aug. 1—Last day to drop classes for second five-week term and second seven-week term; submit requests to advisor prior to 4 p.m.
  • Aug. 10—Last day of classes for 14-week term, 11-week term, and second five-week term.
  • Aug. 11—Final exams for second five-week term and second seven-week term.
  • Aug. 11-12—Final exams for 14-week term and 11-week term.
  • Aug. 13—Commencement ceremony.
Coming Up
Tuesday, July 12

BollyX

Wednesday, July 13

The Loan Dating Game

Thursday, July 14

Yoga

Summer Movie Series: 'Scream'

Friday, July 15

SSW Community of Caring

Monday, July 18

Mixxed Fit

Wednesday, July 20

MavAlly 2.0

Mav Essentials Live: Mav Ally Family & Friends

See more at events.uta.edu and mavorgs.campuslabs.com.

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